Avicularia merianae - Peruvian Pinktoe tarantula - Shadow Flame
Avicularia merianae - Peruvian Pinktoe tarantula - Shadow Flame
Avicularia merianae - Peruvian Pinktoe tarantula - Shadow Flame
Avicularia merianae - Peruvian Pinktoe tarantula - Shadow Flame
Avicularia merianae - Peruvian Pinktoe tarantula - Shadow Flame

Avicularia merianae - Peruvian Pinktoe tarantula - Shadow Flame

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Avicularia merianae – Peruvian Pinktoe Tarantula (“Shadow Flame” Pinktoe)

Avicularia merianae, commonly known as the Peruvian Pinktoe or “Shadow Flame” Pinktoe, is one of the most visually unique Avicularia species available. This tarantula looks like it’s emerging straight out of the shadows, with a dramatic dark-to-light gradient toward the front of the body. The legs show sharp, well-defined color separation, creating an unmistakable contrast that immediately sets this species apart. Calm, confident, and incredibly photogenic, this is an awesome display species that brings depth and character to any Avicularia collection.

🔔 Special Notices
This is a true arboreal species that thrives with vertical space, cork bark, and excellent airflow. If you want to see how I personally keep, feed, and display Avicularia species—including real setups and hands-on experience—check out my YouTube channel below.

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🛠️ Care Details
🌡️ Temperature 75–85°F (24–29°C). Warmer temperatures support steady growth through more frequent molts.
💧 Humidity Approximately 75–80% with strong ventilation. Keep conditions fresh, never stagnant or swampy.
🏠 Housing
Babies Small arboreal vial or enclosure ~5" tall × 2" diameter with cross-ventilation and anchor points.
Juveniles Upgrade to a 7–8" tall arboreal enclosure once over ~2".
Adults 8–12" tall enclosure with cork bark, foliage, and ample climbing space.
🍽️ General Diet
Crickets and roaches (Dubia, Red Runner, Lobster). Babies take baby crickets or small roaches. If prey is too large, pre-kill and remove leftovers. We never use pinhead crickets because they do not provide enough protein.
📊 In-Depth Facts
🕷️ Scientific name Avicularia merianae
📛 Common name(s) Peruvian Pinktoe, Shadow Flame Pinktoe
📍 Locale Peru
🏷️ Category Arboreal, climbing, web-oriented
📏 Size ~5–6" DLS max
🪶 Urticating hairs They do not kick urticating hairs.
⏳ Growth rate Moderate
🧭 Life span Females ~10–12 years, males ~3–4 years
🎯 Recommended levels Beginner • Intermediate • Advanced
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⚠️ Safety Disclaimer
Safety Disclaimer: Experiencing a tarantula bite is an extremely rare occurrence, and it's important to note that there have been NO recorded fatalities due to a tarantula bite. The venom potency varies across species, with Old World tarantulas having stronger venom than their New World counterparts.

If you happen to get bitten, which is unlikely, the key is to stay calm. In most cases, the discomfort is temporary and subsides within a few minutes to a few hours. However, bites from species with more potent venom may result in symptoms lasting up to a week.

Please be aware that I cannot assume responsibility for bites. Tarantula handling should be done at your own risk. In my 13 years of experience with these creatures, I have only been bitten once, by a species with highly potent venom. While the experience was painful, the symptoms had completely disappeared after a week.

Handle tarantulas responsibly, and always prioritize your safety and the well-being of the tarantula.